Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mill.) Wohlf.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
W.D.J.Koch, Syn. Deut. Schweiz. Fl., ed. 3: 714 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213829
Common Names
- Lathyrus venetus
- Venetian Everlasting Pea
- Venetian Vetch
Synonyms
- Orobus variegatus Ten. [illegitimate]
- Lathyrus variegatus Gren. & Godr. [illegitimate]
- Orobus venetus Mill. [valid]
- Orobus aestivalis Schur [valid]
- Orobus serotinus C.Presl [valid]
- Orobus rigidus Láng ex Rochel [valid]
- Orobus multiflorus Sieber [valid]
- Lathyrus venetus velutinus Pamp. [unknown]
- Lathyrus variegatus grandis (Velen.) Stoj. & Stef. [valid]
- Lathyrus variegatus rigidus (Láng ex Rochel) Beck [valid]
- Lathyrus venetus acutifolius Rohlena [valid]
- Lathyrus venetus albescens Rohlena [valid]
- Lathyrus venetus banaticus (Heuff.) Asch. & Graebn. [valid]
- Lathyrus venetus grandis (Velen.) K.Malý [valid]
- Lathyrus venetus longipes Rohlena [valid]
- Lathyrus venetus rigidus (Láng ex Rochel) K.Malý [valid]
- Orobus variegatus banaticus Heuff. [valid]
- Orobus variegatus grandis Velen. [valid]
- Orobus variegatus hirtellus Schur [valid]
- Orobus venetus rigidus (Láng ex Rochel) Halácsy [valid]
- Lathyrus variegatus rosaceus Beck [unknown]
- Lathyrus venetus rosaceus (Beck) Asch. & Graebn. [unknown]
- Orobus vernus Sm. [deprecated]
- Orobus versicolor M.Bieb. ex Steud. [invalid]
- Lathyrus multiflorus Peterm. [illegitimate]
Description
Lathyrus venetus (also called Venetian Vetchling, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has pinnate leaves and pink flowers. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Lathyrus venetus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lathyrus venetus is a pink to purple pea-like flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, delicate and have a white root system.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lathyrus venetus is a hardy annual that is easy to grow from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds directly in the garden in early spring. The plants will reach a height of up to 3 feet and will produce small, fragrant flowers in shades of pink, purple, and white. Deadhead the flowers to encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Lathyrus venetus
Lathyrus venetus is native to Europe and can be found in parts of France, Spain, and Italy.
Lathyrus venetus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lathyrus venetus?
Lathyrus venetus
What is the common name of Lathyrus venetus?
Velvet Everlasting Pea
What is the habitat of Lathyrus venetus?
Dry grassland, sand dunes, and rocky places
Species in the Lathyrus genus
Lathyrus aureus,
Lathyrus gmelinii,
Lathyrus transsilvanicus,
Lathyrus berteroanus,
Lathyrus brachycalyx,
Lathyrus cabreranus,
Lathyrus campestris,
Lathyrus graminifolius,
Lathyrus hasslerianus,
Lathyrus holochlorus,
Lathyrus jepsonii,
Lathyrus lomanus,
Lathyrus nevadensis,
Lathyrus nigrivalvis,
Lathyrus paraguariensis,
Lathyrus paranensis,
Lathyrus parodii,
Lathyrus pauciflorus,
Lathyrus rigidus,
Lathyrus tropicalandinus,
Lathyrus eucosmus,
Lathyrus lanszwertii,
Lathyrus linearifolius,
Lathyrus littoralis,
Lathyrus macropus,
Lathyrus macrostachys,
Lathyrus multiceps,
Lathyrus nervosus,
Lathyrus nitens,
Lathyrus ochroleucus,
Lathyrus polyphyllus,
Lathyrus pubescens,
Lathyrus pusillus,
Lathyrus splendens,
Lathyrus subandinus,
Lathyrus subulatus,
Lathyrus sulphureus,
Lathyrus torreyi,
Lathyrus venosus,
Lathyrus vestitus,
Lathyrus biflorus,
Lathyrus acutifolius,
Lathyrus cicera,
Lathyrus sericeus,
Lathyrus whitei,
Lathyrus hookeri,
Lathyrus magellanicus,
Lathyrus blepharicarpus,
Lathyrus blepharicarpos,
Lathyrus gorgoni,
Species in the Fabaceae family